“Giant Magnolias” is a richly rendered pastel work inspired by the timeless elegance of Martin Johnson Heade’s celebrated magnolia compositions. While paying homage to Heade’s sense of form, dignity, and botanical grace, this interpretation carries the soft atmospheric touch and warm southern sensibility that define Durhl Davis Fine Art.
Executed in pastel on high-quality paper, the piece offers a velvety richness and delicacy unique to the medium. Light settles gently across the magnolia’s petals, capturing their softness and sculptural presence with classical restraint. The tones are calm, refined, and deeply rooted in the quiet beauty of Louisiana’s natural heritage.
Framed in a classic black moulding trimmed with subtle red and silver accents, the artwork holds a dignified presence suitable for elegant residential spaces, Southern-inspired interiors, and curated fine-art collections.
Details
Medium: Pastels on Paper
Size: 11" × 14"
Frame: Classic black frame with red and silver trim
Signature: Signed
Status: Available
Collectors Circle Note
Collectors with an appreciation for botanical realism and refined Southern elegance are invited to join the Collectors Circle for previews of upcoming works and private releases.

